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Benefits Of Onion Pack For Hair

By Shabana

It is a common fact that every inch of the human body is covered with hair. They are often not given enough credit for the things they do for us. Our hair is a very vital part of the body. It acts as a barrier against cold and helps in regulating the temperature of the body.

Although our whole body is covered with hair, the hair on our head is what concerns us the most. The hair on our head is different from the rest of our body. This is because our head is the most exposed part of our body. The texture of our hair is courser and denser on the head, as the amount of hair per inch of skin is greater there.

benefits of onion pack for hair

Hair fall is a cause of concern to many of us. Hair thinning is natural, as all the hair follicles in our body have a growth cycle. The problem starts when there is premature hair fall. A lot of people in recent times experience baldness as early as in their late 20s and early 30s. This is a problem, as hair thinning can take away the confidence of a person and make him/her look older.

Premature hair fall can be of different reasons - genetics, stressed lifestyle or unhealthy diet. Whatever the reason be, it is a problem that needs to be solved.

People suffering from hair fall may have tried everything under the sun to get back their hair. There are a lot of solutions in the market for this common problem like hair growth oils and capsules, etc. But Ayurveda being a strong science, should be given a try too.

benefits of onion pack for hair

According to Ayurveda, the best natural remedy for growing back lost hair is onions. It can also treat other hair problems. The reason why onions are touted to be the best food for hair is because of its rich sulphur content.

It is known to promote the production of collagen which is responsible for growth of new hair cells. It also increases blood circulation to the hair follicles. This way, they receive nutrients and stimulation to grow new hair.

Onions are also antibiotic, destroying the bacteria and fungus that act as the barrier for new hair growth. Onions are also said to make hair stronger, making it more resilient to damage and hair fall.

benefits of onion pack for hair

Here are a few amazing benefits of onions for your hair.

1) The powerful enzymes in onions prevent pre-mature greying of hair.

2) Its antibacterial properties kill the bacteria that cause dandruff and other scalp infections.

3) It is a well-known remedy for thicker hair. It encourages collagen production, which causes old hair follicles to grow the hair back again.

4) The sulphur present in them helps get rid of the head lice too. And it does not cause hair fall, which is a common side-effect of anti-lice remedies.

5) Onions are the best known treatments for hair fall due to hereditary reasons.

Including onions in your diet may not be a big issue, as it is already used extensively in Indian cooking. To use it externally for hair-related issues, its juice can be extracted and applied onto the hair. Onions can be cut into quarters and blended without water. Then, the mixture should be strained and the extracted juice should be applied. The smell may be discouraging, but this remedy is definitely worth it.

Story first published: Friday, October 27, 2017, 18:01 [IST]
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